3242 Decatur Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The five-story, 31-unit tenement building at 3242 Decatur Avenue in Norwood, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by 3242 Decatur Associates LLC, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past two years, with particular concerns regarding heating systems and pest control. In early 2025, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints, both for the entire building and individual apartments, with some inspections unable to gain access for verification. The building has also faced recurring pest problems, with multiple Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) complaints regarding unsanitary conditions and pests, particularly in February 2025.

More recently, in April 2025, a rodent sighting was reported and though investigated by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, access was not granted. Building violations from December 2024 include issues with apartment 24's windows, inadequate heat supply, unsafe electrical wiring in the hallway, and problems with access to the heating system. An active violation from October 2023 exists regarding improperly maintained window A/C units on all floors, with a $500 penalty imposed.

The building's maintenance history shows a persistent pattern of heating system issues, with multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water throughout 2025. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past five years (2020-2025), rodent activity has been documented through multiple inspections between 2023 and 2025, with some inspections showing evidence of rat activity. The building has generally maintained compliance with rodent inspections as of July 2025, though there were periods of rat activity noted in earlier inspections. The property's maintenance code violations present as concerning, though there are indications that some issues have been addressed, as evidenced by closed complaints.